The Spa Resorts is an ideal venue to host a private yoga retreat. The peaceful setting naturally invites tranquility and relaxation. Our semi-outdoor yoga sala enables you to hold simultaneous yoga classes. At meal times, participants can nourish themselves with delicious, healthy food. Options are available for a range of diets from vegan to non-vegetarian and from raw food to candida-friendly choices.
Between classes, you can go for spa treatments, have a swim, or take herbal steam baths to soothe your tired bones. Our accommodations have plenty of indoor and outdoor space for personal practice.
Enhances Your Retreat Experience
- Location and Setting: The Spa Resorts offers two locations, The Village (Hillside) and The Beach (Seaside), with various room types. All rooms are equipped with modern amenities and are non-smoking. The center provides a serene and alcohol-free environment for wellness.
- Value and Facilities: Teacher benefits include complimentary guest rooms, meals, airport transfers, and more, starting at 10 students. Retreat pricing varies based on teacher costs and inclusions. The Spa Resorts support marketing efforts, creating web pages and featuring programs on their schedule.
- Retreat Facilities and Services: The retreat facilities encompass a pool, fitness room, yoga sala, herbal steam room, and detox colema room, providing a comprehensive array of amenities for relaxation and wellness. You can also enjoy high-quality massages and treatments at the onsite Spa Lazuli, with the availability of a health expert for wellness guidance during your stay.
- Wellness Cuisines: Guests can enjoy buffet meals that cater to various dietary preferences, with mainly vegetarian options and a daily fish dish. Food allergies and sensitivities are accommodated, and coffee and tea are provided in room.
- Excursions: Outside of retreat activities, there is the option to participate in excursions such as boat trips with snorkeling, waterfall tours, and shopping at local night markets, adding variety to the experience.
- Travel and Weather: The Spa Resorts offer airport transfers and travel information. Koh Samui experiences various seasons, with temperatures ranging from 25°C to 40°C, occasional rain, and thunderstorms throughout the year.
Questions Regarding Hosting a Retreat
What’s the process for hosting the retreat?
To host your own retreat at The Spa Resorts please complete the online application form which includes rates and available dates. Once approved our team will work with you to secure suitable dates and organize your retreat.
Do you provide yoga mats and props?
We recommend that guests bring their own yoga mats. We have a small number of mats to lend. We provide blocks, straps, cushions and bolsters. Please specify in your application if you need specific props or a large amount of them.
How many rooms will be allocated to me?
You will need to specify an initial allocation of rooms and room types for your group. This should be monitored regularly and any changes communicated with our reservations team. If spaces are not being filled, we will need to reduce your allocation.
Can guests arrive earlier or after the retreat?
Yes guests may book directly with us before or after your retreat, depending on availability.
What can I include in my retreat?
You have the option to include other excursions like a boat and snorkeling trip, a waterfall excursion or trip to the night markets on the island, Cooking Class, or add-ons wellness programs or massage packages, airport transfers and material printing. Please specify in your booking form.
What’s included for teachers?
We offer great teacher benefits including complimentary guest rooms, meals, airport transfers, massage and discounts at our Spa Lazuli. Benefits start at 10 students and for larger groups assistant benefits are also included – please see your retreat agreement.
Can I book the whole resort?
Yes, at certain times of the year it is possible to have exclusive use of the center if you plan to bring a large group. Please indicate that you wish to book the entire center in your application and we will confirm available dates. You will be expected to pay for all rooms.
Will there be another retreat at the same time?
There are generally 1-2 different retreat or training groups at the same time, assigned different practice spaces. In addition, we will have guests on our in-house programs. Unless you have exclusive use of the center in which case you will be in the only group.
How should I price my retreat?
Retreat prices vary widely depending on teacher costs, teaching hours, and the budget of students. At a minimum, retreats should be marked up enough to cover travel and teaching costs, even with a small group of 10.
Is a deposit required?
There is a 50% non-refundable deposit to secure your booking and practice space at The Spa Resorts, The remaining balance shall be settled 30 days prior check in date. The deposit amount is included in your overall contract rate, and will be deducted from your final bill.
What are the minimum requirements?
We ask you to commit to bringing a group of 10 guests in order to make it worthwhile for both you as a teacher traveling to Thailand and for us to hold a practice space for your retreat. We expect you to market your retreat in order to meet this requirement.
When are my payments due?
The 50% deposit is due immediately to secure your dates. 30 days before your retreat begins your final balance is due.
What if I need to cancel my retreat?
Retreat cancellation results in loss of the 50% non-refundable deposit paid to secure the booking. Retreat postponement can be requested one time only, at least 3 months in advance of retreat start date and will be charged an administration fee of $100.
Is there a fixed schedule?
Meal times are fixed unless you have exclusive use of the center (group of around 60). Class times are flexible, as you will be allocated a shala for the week.
Does The Spa Resorts support marketing?
Yes, we will create a web page for your program and feature it on our annual retreat schedule as a Guest Teacher Program. Booking links will be directed to your website. We will also post about it on our social media channels (Facebook and Instagram) including any photos, blogs and videos you wish to share.
Can The Spa Resorts take care of the student?
Teachers are responsible for bringing their own students and taking the bookings for Guest Teacher Programs, working with our Reservations team.
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